812 Sweetwater Club Boulevard, Longwood, FL 32779
- $7,990,000
- 9
- BD
- 13
- BA
- 14,623
- SqFt
- List Price
- $7,990,000
- Status
- Active
- Days on Market
- 207
- Price Change
- ▼ $1,960,000 1780980581
- MLS#
- O6370385
- Property Style
- Single Family
- Architectural Style
- Contemporary, Custom
- Year Built
- 1979
- Bedrooms
- 9
- Bathrooms
- 13
- Baths Half
- 1
- Living Area
- 14,623
- Lot Size
- 488,362
- Acres
- 11.21
- Total Acreage
- 10 to less than 20
- Legal Subdivision Name
- Sweetwater Club Un 1-A
- MLS Area Major
- Longwood/Wekiva Springs
Property Description
One or more photo(s) has been virtually staged. Presenting The Fortress, set on nearly 12 acres, a one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece created for those who understand that true luxury is not merely styled, but built to endure, remain irreplaceable, and stand the test of time. Designed and constructed over seven years by the world-renowned architectural firm HHCP for Harold Mertz, billionaire founder of Publishers Clearing House, this nearly 20,000-private compound, has hosted presidents, global dignitaries, private concerts, and philanthropic gatherings of the highest caliber. Approached by a quarter-mile, tree-lined driveway, the fully walled estate is centered around a 5-acre private lake, spring-fed by the Wekiva Springs State Park area, and surrounded by museum-quality grounds featuring imported European fountains, life-size bronze sculptures, curated statuary throughout the gardens, and ornamental ponds suitable for koi fish. The main residence spans approximately 14,623 sf and offers 7 bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom, along with an elegant powder room near the main entrance, formal living and dining rooms, a breakfast room, a main kitchen, and a separate staff kitchen. Constructed of solid poured concrete, the residence reflects permanence, privacy, and security with bulletproof glass, hand-plastered walls, soaring 25-foot ceilings, graceful arches, and signature fluted architectural textures expressed through curved, nonlinear walls. A massive custom bronze door opens to interiors finished with polished marble and terrazzo flooring, including brand-new floors in the main living room and kitchen. The kitchen showcases panoramic lake views, an oversized island, an oversized pantry, a private service entrance, and a fully equipped staff kitchen with its own dining area. Four bedrooms are located upstairs, offering some of the estate’s most impressive lake views, while three bedrooms are located downstairs. A monumental round atrium crowns the sculptural marble staircase, a remarkable architectural feature that took two full years to complete. Additional highlights include a dramatic two-story library that converts into a home theater, a glass conservatory with a Murano chandelier designed for a grand piano, an elevator near the foyer, two authentic wood-burning fireplaces, custom Sherle Wagner bathrooms, hidden closets throughout, and a bar near the piano room. The West Wing principal suite features a private Italian-inspired alfresco patio and an adjacent private gym with a full bathroom, sauna, and walk-in closet, creating a self-contained wellness retreat. The East Wing suite also enjoys its own Italian-inspired patio, adding symmetry, privacy, and elegance to the estate’s layout. The property is further enhanced by an approximately 2,500sf guest and pool house with 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, staff quarters of approximately 1,000 sf, and a 2,300-sf, 8-car garage with a full bathroom, laundry, and storage. Resort-style amenities include a pool and spa, a professional court lined for tennis and pickleball, a hot tub, sandy beach access, and multiple alfresco entertaining areas designed for unforgettable gatherings. With countless custom and invaluable features, this is a true legacy estate, built to stand for the next century and beyond. Conveniently located near top-rated schools, just approximately 2 miles from Wekiva Springs State Park, Private appointments available.
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Additional Information
- Taxes
- $33128
- Minimum Lease
- No Minimum
- HOA Fee
- $1,100
- HOA Payment Schedule
- Quarterly
- Maintenance Includes
- Guard - 24 Hour
- Location
- Oversized Lot, Paved
- Community Features
- Buyer Approval Required, Clubhouse, Deed Restrictions, Gated Community - Guard, Golf Carts OK, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Street Lights, Maintenance Free
- Property Description
- Two Story
- Zoning
- R-1AAA
- Interior Layout
- Built-in Features, Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Sauna, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Interior Features
- Built-in Features, Dry Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Elevator, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Other, Primary Bedroom Main Floor, Sauna, Solid Surface Counters, Split Bedroom, Thermostat, Tray Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Floor
- Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Marble, Tile, Terrazzo, Travertine
- Appliances
- Bar Fridge, Built-In Oven, Convection Oven, Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Kitchen Reverse Osmosis System, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Refrigerator
- Utilities
- BB/HS Internet Available, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Sprinkler Meter, Sprinkler Recycled, Water Connected
- Heating
- Central, Electric
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room, Other, Wood Burning
- Exterior Construction
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- Balcony, Courtyard, Garden, Outdoor Grill, Outdoor Kitchen, Playground, Private Entrance, Private Mailbox, Private Yard, Sauna, Sidewalk, Sprinkler Metered, Storage, Tennis Court(s)
- Roof
- Concrete
- Foundation
- Slab
- Pool
- Private
- Pool Type
- In Ground, Tile
- Garage Carport
- 5+ Car Garage, Golf Cart Garage
- Garage Spaces
- 8
- Garage Features
- Bath In Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Golf Cart Garage, Golf Cart Parking, Ground Level, Guest
- Garage Dimensions
- 49X46
- Elementary School
- Sabal Point Elementary
- Middle School
- Rock Lake Middle
- High School
- Lake Brantley High
- Fences
- Wood
- Water Name
- Private Lake & Lake Brantley
- Water Extras
- Fishing Pier
- Water View
- Lake
- Water Access
- Lake
- Water Frontage
- Lake Front
- Pets
- Allowed
- Flood Zone Code
- X
- Parcel ID
- 31-20-29-300-010B-0000
- Legal Description
- SEC 31 TWP 20S RGE 29E BEG S 88 DEG 54 MIN 08.5 SC E 450 FT OF SE COR LOT 11 BLK C SWEETWATER CLUB UNIT 1A RUN S 88 DEG 54 MIN 08.5 SEC E 220.561 FT E 579.484 FT N 540 FT N 78 DEG 33 MIN 55 SEC W 723.494 FT SWLY ALONG CURVE 100 FT S 1 DEG 5 MIN 52 SE C W 619.577 FT TO BEG
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